If you plan to graduate during an upcoming Convocation period, you must submit a request for your eligibility to be reviewed.
Spring 2024
- Requests for Spring 2024 graduation were open on ACORN between November 13, 2023, and January 31, 2024, for students completing degree requirements by the end of fall 2023 or winter 2024. If you missed the deadline and want to make a late request or would like to cancel, complete and submit a request form. Ceremonies are scheduled for June.
Fall 2024
- Requests for Fall 2024 graduation will open on ACORN between June 25 and September 6, 2024, for students completing degree requirements by the end of summer 2024. The ceremony will take place in late October or early November.
If you have questions or concerns, please reach out to us at the Victoria College Office of the Registrar and Academic Advising for support.
Degree Requirements and Confirmation
It is your responsibility to verify that all program of study and degree requirements are complete. Degree Explorer, an on-line tool, performs degree and program assessments. You may also make an appointment to review degree level requirements with an academic advisor at the Victoria College Office of the Registrar and Academic Advising. Please make sure that your programs of study are correct and up to date on ACORN before you make a graduation request. If you have questions about your program requirements, contact the academic unit (department).
If you request to graduate in June you will receive email confirmation of your program status from academic units (departments) in February or March. If you request to graduate in November, you will receive confirmation in September or October. Program status is also posted in Degree Explorer. If you have questions about the accuracy of a program assessment, please check with the academic unit (department).
Only the Faculty of Arts and Science can confirm that your degree requirements are complete. Confirmation is emailed in late October for November graduates and late May for June graduates. If you need confirmation, request a Letter of Eligibility to Graduate. If your degree has already been conferred, you may also request a University of Toronto Certification of Degree. Transcripts are available from the University of Toronto. Third parties are directed to the University of Toronto Confirmation of Degree website.
Ceremonies and Timeline
Ceremony dates and logistics are co-ordinated by the University of Toronto Office of Convocation.
Vic Convocation
Victoria College is the only division that does not gather centrally at U of T for June gown and hood pick-up and procession. To ensure the best experience, we recommend arriving early so you have time to relax and take photos with your family on Vic's beautiful campus.
See the tentative timeline below for an overview of the June 17, 2024 events. We provide information to Vic students who have requested graduation via email.
Rotman Commerce group students follow the general U of T instructions on the Office of Convocation site.
All times are tentative and may be subject to change.
Reservations for gowns and guest tickets required April 30-May 14, 2024.
8:30 - 11:30 a.m
Gown and marshalling card pick up.
Victoria College Building
11:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.
Complimentary lunch for graduates and guests. Special congratulatory speeches and photo ops included!
Victoria College Quad
12:20 p.m.
Student Marshalling for procession.
You must bring your procession card with you.
- Northrop Frye Hall 003 - Honours Bachelor of Arts
- Isabel Bader Theatre - Honours Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Commerce (opted to graduate with College group)
Followed by a walking procession from Vic to Convocation Hall.
1:30 - 2 p.m.
Convocation guest seating (reserved tickets required April 30-May 14)
Convocation Hall
2:30 - 4 p.m.
Convocation Ceremony and Webcast
Convocation Hall, Northrop Frye Hall 003, central location (TBA) and online
4 p.m.
Gown return
Central campus location TBA
Tips to Ensure a Smooth Graduation Day
- Wear flat shoes (procession).
- Bring an umbrella in case of rain.
- Stay hydrated.
- Do not give your procession card to your family! You will need to have it with you for the 12:20 p.m. Marshalling.
Diplomas
Your name in ACORN will appear on your diploma.
Is your name missing accents? If so, please see Office of Convocation webpage for information. For any other changes to your name, please contact the Victoria College Registrar's Office to complete a Change of Name or Gender on Academic Record form. Deadlines for name changes and diplomas apply.
Students who upgrade to an Honours degree or a four-year degree are not eligible to attend a convocation ceremony to receive an upgraded degree. For those upgrading to an Honours degree, original diplomas must be returned to the Office of Convocation before new diplomas will be released.
Diplomas will not be released to students who have outstanding fees from previous sessions. To have a financial hold released, email proof of payment to valerie.ferrier@utoronto.ca. Financial holds normally take 2-3 business days to clear.
For more information, please see the Office of Convocation Diploma page.
Photos
Individual Portraits and Composite Photos
New Paramount Studios, the official graduation photographer for Victoria University. Graduation photos are optional. If you are unable to attend on-campus photo sessions, you may book a time at one of the studio locations. Remaining on-campus sittings are been scheduled for March 11-15, 2024 and April 8-12, 2024.
Sitting Fee: $25 (cash only at the time of sitting)
Includes:
- Class composite photograph
- Professional Photographer
- Unlimited poses within your 15-minute sitting time
- Photographs with friends and family
- Casual or professional headshot photographs
- Online proofs and online ordering
- Discounts on packages
Campus Sittings
Goldring Student Centre
150 Charles St W, room 133 (inside VUSAC Office)
Toronto, ON M5S 1K9
Studio Locations
New Paramount Studios Toronto
837 St Clair Ave W.
Toronto, ON M6C 1C2
New Paramount Studios Mississauga
1412 Hurontario St.
Mississauga, ON L5G 3H4
Registration and Booking:
- Go to: www.newparamount.com.
- Select “Book” at the top of the page.
- Select “Click Here” under “College/University Graduation”.
- Select “Register” and enter personal information and school information:
University: UofT
College: Victoria
Program: Arts and Science OR Bachelor of Commerce
Faculty: Arts and Science
Graduating In: Spring 2024 OR Fall 2024 - Log in once you receive your passcode by email.
- Find the schedule by location (U of T VICTORIA or New Paramount-Toronto Studio or New Paramount-Mississauga).
- Book your appointment.
Digital Options
If you cannot attend an in-person sitting, digital submission information will be updated in spring 2024.
Contact Information
For questions or assistance, please contact nps@look.ca or call 416-653-5103.
Composite Photos 2020-2022
- Pick-up and shipping options are offered by New Paramount.
- High-resolution downloads are also available for 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023.
New Paramount Studios Toronto
837 St Clair Ave W., Toronto, ON M6C 1C2
416-653-5103
New Paramount Studios Mississauga
1412 Hurontario St., Mississauga, ON L5G 3H4
416-653-5103
For further information, please contact nps@look.ca or call 416-653-5103.
You may pick up composite photos from 2019 and previous years at the Victoria College Registrar's Office, NF106.
Awards
Students in their final year are offered several opportunities to be recognized and celebrated both at the University of Toronto and at Victoria College. For more information, see Graduating Awards.
If you are planning further studies, consider applying for a Postgraduate Scholarship.
Future Planning
Visit The Vic Careers & Transition Out Quercus page regularly to find resources to help plan for careers and further education or to book an appointment with a Vic Career Educator or Transition Advisor. If you are going into year 2 or 3, prepare yourself for life after graduation with The Vic Ready program.
Additional information sessions and resources are available at U of T and through other institutions. We've compiled a list of helpful resources below.
More Campus Resources:
- The School of Graduate Studies Admissions and Events Page lists opportunities for students planning to continue their studies at the University of Toronto.
- The University of Toronto Career Centre hosts many workshops and provides a variety of services for graduating students including Career Learning Network job/volunteer/internship postings and Further Education resources.
- Check out Career Navigator, a website designed to help students with career research and planning. Career Navigator connects a strong network of Alumni who, when they share their stories, provide
- Plan to attend workshops and other events sponsored by Backpack to Briefcase (b2B) and Graduate and Life Science Education (GLSE).
- Need tips on preparing your applicant statement? Participate in a Writing Plus Workshop, Admissions Letters and Personal Statements: Applying to Medicine, Law, or another professional or graduate program? Here's how to present your strengths to advantage.